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Amopot is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. The alternative uses of Amopot have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Amopot is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amopot can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amopot go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amopot is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Amopot related warnings talks about Amopot's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Hepatitis, Kidney Disease, Jaundice must refrain from the use of Amopot since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amopot contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Amopot have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Amopot, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Amopot is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Amopot safe for pregnant women?
Amopot is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Amopot safe during breastfeeding?
Amopot is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Amopot on the Kidneys?
Amopot may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Amopot on the Liver?
Amopot can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Amopot on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Amopot on the heart have been reported.
Amopot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amopot unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amopot habit forming or addictive?
Amopot does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Amopot you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amopot only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amopot is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Amopot
Taking Amopot with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amopot
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amopot and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Discontinuing Amopot on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
Yes, Amopot can treat the sinus infection. However, a combination of Amopot and clavulanic acid is given as the first-line drug for the treatment of sinus infection. Please consult your doctor for the right line of treatment for sinus infection.
Rarely Amopot causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Amopot works by inhibiting the growth of the bacterial cell wall which is essential for the growth of bacteria. Hence, in this way, it prevents us from bacterial infections.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset if taken on an empty stomach. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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Prescribing Information [Internet]: AUGMENTIN® (amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium) Powder for Oral Suspension and Chewable Tablets . GlaxoSmithKline